Preserved beef trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in preserved beef was worth $316.9 million in 2024, about 31.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017, and down 17% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $316.9M | 31.4K t |
| 2023 | $379.7M | 47.3K t |
| 2022 | $373.8M | 43.1K t |
| 2021 | $347.7M | 36.7K t |
| 2020 | $306.2M | 40.1K t |
| 2019 | $282.8M | 27.9K t |
| 2018 | $268.2M | 28.0K t |
| 2017 | $248.4M | 27.7K t |
Top preserved beef exporting countries
Exports are led by Italy (26%), Switzerland (15%) and the Netherlands (7%). 104 countries reported exports, and the top three account for 48%.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Italy | $80.8M | 26% |
| Switzerland | $48.8M | 15% |
| Netherlands | $22.1M | 7% |
| Brazil | $20.8M | 6.6% |
| Malaysia | $17.8M | 5.6% |
| Poland | $14.8M | 4.7% |
| Germany | $12.4M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $12.3M | 3.9% |
| France | $10.3M | 3.3% |
| Belgium | $5.7M | 1.8% |
| United States | $5.1M | 1.6% |
| Austria | $5.1M | 1.6% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The largest importers are France (25%), Germany (9%) and Hong Kong (6%). 181 countries imported it, and the top three take 40% of the value.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| France | $79.9M | 25% |
| Germany | $27.9M | 8.8% |
| Hong Kong | $19.0M | 6% |
| Spain | $18.8M | 5.9% |
| Thailand | $17.5M | 5.5% |
| Belgium | $14.7M | 4.6% |
| Switzerland | $14.7M | 4.6% |
| United States | $13.1M | 4.2% |
| Netherlands | $9.2M | 2.9% |
| United Kingdom | $9.1M | 2.9% |
| Romania | $6.7M | 2.1% |
| Austria | $6.0M | 1.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $10.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $26.28 per kg and Malaysia $3.30 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 0210.20: Meat: salted, in brine, dried or smoked, of bovine animals. HS 0210 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most preserved beef?
Italy exported $80.8 million in 2024, 26% of the world total, followed by Switzerland (15%) and the Netherlands (7%). In all, 104 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most preserved beef?
France imported $79.9 million in 2024, 25% of world imports, ahead of Germany (9%) and Hong Kong (6%). The top three importers together take 40%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in preserved beef?
It was worth $316.9 million in 2024, about 31.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 28% since 2017. The peak year was 2023 at $379.7 million. 104 countries reported exports and 181 reported imports.
What is the average price of preserved beef per kg?
The world average declared value was about $10.09 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Switzerland averaged $26.28 per kg and Malaysia $3.30 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for preserved beef?
The HS code for preserved beef is subheading 0210.20, in chapter 02 (meat and edible meat offal). Customs uses this code worldwide at the six-digit level; national tariffs add more digits. The full list of codes is on the HS 0210 page.
How can I find preserved beef buyers and suppliers?
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